Thousands Stand Up To Racism In Vancouver; Protest Against Anti-Immigration Rally

The city's got heart. And strong sign game.

VANCOUVER — They showed up at Vancouver's city' hall to take a stand against racism and hate. And they kept showing up. Until there were thousands.

About 4,000 people joined a rally that was a counter-protest to a planned anti-immigration rally dubbed "WCAI Canada/CAP rally" according to Global News. Several speakers from anti-immigration and anti-Muslim groups were slated to speak on Saturday.

A handful of individuals opposing the anti-racism protesters showed up and were quickly ushered away by police when verbal confrontations appeared as though they could become physical. Police said five arrests were made for Breach of the peace.